Recover Choice

Choose one next action

What is the next safe and useful thing I can do?

Depending on the situation, you might:

• ask for support;
• move or use relaxation;
• create distance;
• eat, drink water, or rest;
• set a boundary;
• leave;
• delay an urge;
• continue with a constructive next step; or
• mindfully observe what remains.

You do not need to feel calm before you can make a useful choice.

If the state is still strong

Choose the smallest safe step: pause, contact someone, change the setting, or stay externally oriented. The best choice may be support, a boundary, leaving, or emergency help—not remaining in the situation.